10 Tips For Your 1st Trip To Paris
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- Опубліковано 6 лют 2025
- Alex provides 10 helpful tips for those who may be traveling to Paris for the first time.
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I'm 25 years and speak some French and going to Paris for the first time this summer (July). Thank you so much for making this video! Tu es trop mignon! Merci encore!
It's feminine so: Tu es trop mignonne.
I'm leaving for Paris in an hour and I'm NOT prepared, so thank you !!!
Hey. An important tip. Your bank card will always give you the best conversion rate so when you're buying something in Paris, and they give you an option to pay in euros or dollers, ALWAYS pick euros.
Your bank will convert it and give you the best rate.
Tip from a seasoned European city breaker of decades experience. Whatever you do, do NOT buy a Paris Pass, or indeed any such city pass. Unless you intend to take about ten metro/bus journeys a day and visit about eight attractions a day you will not get value from it. Most city breakers on average only use public transport 3-5 times a day and visit no more than 4-5 attractions a day. if you take the time to price this up you will find that a day travel pass and paying at the gate for what you visit will work out cheaper. The Paris Pass, indeed most city passes are a trap that most inexperienced city breakers fall for. I too was once guilty until I started actually looking at the costs of what I would have spent without it. Also Remember if you're an EU citizen under the age of 25, most Paris attractions are free anyway!
I am visiting Paris very soon, and was looking at ways to save money. Most people said that Paris Pass is the best way to save money, and I did the math and didn't think it was a good option for me. But not even the paris visite pass (transportation)? Can you share more tips about traveling to Paris?
Work out what you want to do before you visit. Then put each location on a Google map. Plan out when you will visit each location and do it in an order that keeps travel minimal. Pick out your big popular things {Tower etc} and do them first thing in the morning, plan lunch somewhere nearby [why sit in an expensive cafe when you can go to a supermarket and buy a sandwich a drink and a piece of fruit. then sit down and enjoy lunch wherever you want while watching the world go by] In the afternoon visit whatever other planned attraction is closest to where you went in the morning. [If the queue will keep you waiting more than two hours, forget it until the following morning - No attraction anywhere in the world is worth standing in a line doing nothing for that long] Plan the travel in advance on Google and see how much it will cost? Are there cheaper discount options? If you speak the language buy your tickets from the manned offices rather than the auto booths when possible. If there are discount fares the staff will give them to you, the auto booths won't. In the evenings pick an attraction, bar, club, restaurant and try to stick within walking distance for the rest of the evening. Check the various locations you're visiting. weigh up the pros of buying queue jumper passes [which are more expensive but save time] against staying in the queue [cheaper but how much of your visit are you prepared to waste in queue?] What are the most popular attractions you're going to visit? get there early and visit their website before visiting. They may have packages and deals when booking in advance or in conjunction with other attractions. You've got the first act right. City Passes are a trap many people fall into. You often end up paying more for a book of discounts you can't possibly recoup on because you either can't or don't want to visit most of the attractions offered.
Great tips, thanks so much. I've been looking at the websites of major attractions such as the Eiffel tower, the louvre museum, etc and checking out options to buy tickets online and save time. I will be staying in Montmarte so will have to plan ahead for everyday. I will def. keep your suggestions in mind. Thanks again.
P.S. Love your writing/talking style :)
Agree! They are so expensive and not worth it.
Ulster Groundhopper I just got back and since I went in august, it was worth it just to skip the insane lines!
Some other “tip” :
•learn how to ask for directions and how to understand the answer. Most french people don’t speak English at all but if you’re really lost ask directions from teens or young adults as they would be more likely to be able to communicate.
•Don’t buy anything from the distributor it’s way too overpriced.
•in trains, you will see foldable seat. It’s common sense to get up of those when the train is becoming crowded.
•always have a cloth with some perfume on it, stations often smell like piss. And hand sanitizer for obvious reasons
•Sometimes you’ll see people playing “gambling” game in the streets near touristic places. Do not stop to look or at least beware of pickpockets and do not try it’s a scam.
•If you ever need to refill a bottle, there’s drinkable water in most parcs.
I’m going to Paris for my birthday!! So excited. Thanks for the tips!!
I am planning to travel to France in April 2022. I really enjoyed this video. Thank you so much. I liked all the tips as well.
I lived in Paris for a year and have visited there a thousand times while living in the Loire Valley and still I learned some useful tips. Merci 😊 💜
I’ve been there before, but my wife hasn’t, so I’m taking her there for our anniversary this year.
(But shhh, it’s a surprise!) ... LOL!
This is the first time someone explained that Paris is on a 24 hour clock/military time. Thanks!!
I'm only 24 seconds in and can't help it. I love your smile, it's so warm and lovely. Subbed for the smile, will stay for the content ❤❤❤❤
For military time there’s a simple trick. After 12 noon subtract 12 from the time and it’ll give you the none military time.
13:00
-12:00
1:00
Traveling to Paris for the first time next year and this is so helpful. Working on learning some French lol. Thank you for sharing ❤
Sooo pretty. You look like Chrisette Michelle. I'm going to Paris this summer by myself.
Yes!!!!!
Me too but within two weeks I am so excited 😆
Me too, on Monday! First and most to attend Mylène Farmers concert on Tuesday the 18th of June.
Do you already know what you want to see ?
DO NOT GET THE PARIS PASS!!! Get the Museum Pass and pay for your transport separately!
THANK YOU FOR SHARING, I'M PLANNING TO GO TO PARIS ON MY BIRTHDAY THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR TIPS, I APPRECIATE IT VERY MUCH TAKE CARE YOUR SELF.
I'm in Paris last month and it was awesome!
What month did you go?
I'm 17 and I'm going to Paris alone. Hopefully I'll be fine :)
Chesa Djanelle when you're going? I am going on December 3 rd😀
Ovoi Djanelle Today then lol. :o
lol
I'll be making my trip alone too! This upcoming August, so exited!
i want to go in September alone too for my 21st birthday
Other useful Paris Métro RER lines are Métro line 1 west of Bastille, Metro line 6 between Charles De Gaulle/Étoile to Montpernasse, RER line A from LA Défense to Marne la Value/Parc Disneyland and RER B from Luxomburg to Charles De Gaulle Airport.
Hi Tom! Thank you so much for sharing!!!
Alex Tribble Sierra Alexandria Tribble OMG.......😲😲😲 it's amazing who you can find on UA-cam Lol, hope all is well with you kid just saying Hi.
Mario?!?! OMG! I was just thinking about you the other day. Hope all is well!!
I'm planning a trip to Paris & this was super helpful ! This also isn't the first time I heard about the scammers trying to get you to sign something !
Did you finally visit Paris ?
If you are going to a new country, learning a local language of that country would certainly help; have your phone with you to search the place with maps, although it doesn’t work at some places.
thank you so much! this video is so helpful! i’m going to paris in a month in a half and this videos has taught me so much. thank you💗
A few more tips. If you see a WC (restroom)... use it because they are not always available. Just use it. If the Metro Train is full turn your back to the doorway and step up pushing people back with your butt. This works and is not as aggressive as pushing in with your arms. My last tip is to always ask to see something in a store so you do not get your hand slapped for touching something. Make friends with the clerk and you will have a better experience. Oh and eat as many croissants as you can because they are amazing. Oh and if you miss the last Train... you are walking to your hotel... Taxis are horrible and expensive. Just plan on walking. You are going to walk and walk and walk in Paris.
Ryan Huntington 😂😂😂I love this comment even though i'm a year late🙏❤️
Greaaat tips. Thank you! I'm in Paris right now!
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Planning to go to Paris next year! Thanks for the tips!
Loved this video! We had heard that during the transaction, if you say "yes, change Euro to USD" they can sneak in fees because they change the conversion rate to a higher rate...so it looks like a good deal, but you're not really in control of what conversion rate they give you.
It's all super confusing but I think that's what I read!
I'm going to paris a week on monday!I'm super excited 😆
you delivered so sweetly 😊
You are so beautiful, I love how you jumped right into the details. Other you-tubers, take minutes before they get to the actual information. You were very informative. You have beautiful teeth, your beauty, your awesome! Thank you for all your help.
FYI: try and give us prices of breakfast, etc, etc. to your future travels. Have a wonderful day ~
Over a year after you have posted this, but these tips are very helpful. My daughter I will be going to Paris (2nd trip but much longer than previous) in December 2017. Thanks again!
Ceelle2 That is so awesome!!! I'm so glad that you're finding this helpful a year later. I hope you and you're daughter enjoy your trip this second time around!!!
Thanks Alex. Good information with a pleasant delivery style We hope to have a good trip soon thanks to people like you helping out.
hey! great tips! my favorite "don't be afraid to try the food! my husband and I decided to go to this tiny restaurant I had fish with zucchini gratin and my husband had the duck and omg! it was delicious!! next time I'm there ill try the escargot.
Walking Tours sound perfect for me. And thanks for the military time info...I will be sure to switch my watch to this. Merci!
LOL girl im in the middle of this video and I thought this video was from 2019 then I heard the word SPRINT and I had to check the date. Great tips :)
Super helpful! Loving your style girl, thanks for the video!!
I'm going on a plane to Paris soon! ✈
Thank you so much for these helpful tips! I really enjoyed your video! :)
My mom and I are going April 2019. This video was excellent and very helpful. Thanks so much!
very helpful! I am going next month and I am super excited!!
Are you there right now ?
Thanks for posting this useful video.
Super helpful tips, especially the pick pocketers! Thanks, girl!! 👍🏼 The French language doesn't have AM/PM, so that's why they use military time. One of the few things that stuck from French class haha!
Yes, they have am and pm but just don't call it that. "Du matin = morning; de l'après-midi = in the afternoon; du soir = in the evening. 24 hour time is used for trains, museums, sometimes for restaurants and for official business. Most people don't use it otherwise.
Nice video. I personally like Military or 24 hr time. There is no room for confusion with it. I agree with everything you said except for the Paris Pass. It may work for some though. The French language is very hard for me other than the basics. I do try though even though it is with an American accent.
I am going to Paris in November I am so excited
Thanks planning a Paris trip for this fall can't wait to go!
I'm giving you mad respect for your page I love it love it love it love it love it!. God willing this year in the summertime me and my two baby girls will be going to France and your video and tips are extremely helpful and important to me so I thank you so much for this video. May God continue to bless you with many many many Health prosperity and success😘😘😘😘 PS I just subscribed to your Channel!
Going to Paris on Sept 18th from London for the day!
Love the tips ! Super excited can't wait to go!!
This is so helpful! I'm going for the very first time this November. Thank you so much!
I'm glad you find it helpful. Thank you for watching!
Interesting video! Food: try self-service cafeterias. They have good food and reasonable prices.
I’m from Paris welcome 🙏 it’s beautiful city to visiting and i know French people they are not friendly but you can always meet beautiful peoples so welcome to are coco Channel 💃🏽💃🏽💄
Great tips I can't wait to plan my trip to Paris
Thanks so much for your great and informative videos about Paris! They bring back classic memories of my first ever solo weekend in the city. And you're absolutely right about the Paris Museum Pass and access to public transportation, especially on the RER. Using them and learning the language make you appreciate the Parisians' way of life that much more and those experiences therein transform you into a TRAVELER, not a tourist:)
Does the Paris Pass include the Eiffel towers tickets ?
You're definitely my favorite as far as tips - thank you - we learned a lot from you! Going in May~
Great presentation. Thank you, Alex for all the valuable information. Looking forward to my trip.
absolutely love it!!
Thank you for sharing your trip tips.
I'm going to Paris in 3 weeks! This was so helpful. Thanks so much! :)
All of your tips were extremely helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for this video, great tips. Had a similar experience with the fist bumping in Colombia, South America
Helpful tips. Thank you.
me and my husband are considering a trip in 2020 and this video was very helpful and fun to watch. Thank you so much. One of my favorite parts was when you said your 5 tip was a good tip. Haha that made me laugh
Kristen Fortune ‘my husband and I’
This was very informative. Do you have a recommendation for an area to rent an apartment?
Going in a week , really helpful !
Lovely video!! Thank you for making this 😌 its incredibly helpful.
Pickpockets young groups are often located between Opera and Concorde metro stations. These fist scams are also located in Montmartre.
LOVED this video!
You killed it, girl! :D
A tip: you can watch series on flixzone. I've been using them for watching a lot of movies recently.
@Cody Jeffrey Yup, been watching on Flixzone} for since december myself =)
Excellent video!
Just watched your video ..it's sooo helpful ..i have a question about transportation ? Like the metro and stuff ..are they confusing ?
hey alex thank you for sharing such important information.
Super! Merci pour le partage ☺️
Great Video.... Helpful Tips... Thanks for posting.
Love your tips. This gives me an insight what to watch for. Y
So helpful!! Thanks for the tips!!
Great advice. Thank you.
This is so helpful !!
Thanks girl :) you helped me a lot ❤️
Thank you for everythingggg
Valuable tips!!!..Thanks for sharing it. :)
Super helpful!! Thanks a lot
You're welcome!! Thank you for watching!
Going to Paris next week. Thanks for the tips!
I loved your tips :) get back on here and make some more videos :)
$200 for em 2 days pass ?!! ain't no body got no time fo datt
Lmao 😂😂😂😂😂😂😭😂😂😭😩
thank you alex you are awesome!
Thank you very helpful! Xx
So helpful! Thank you girl!
great tips!
Any soulfood restaurants in Paris you can recommend? Or even good Italian spots?
Some good tips, thank you. I've read that the Capital One card gets you on the exchange rate and is worse than many other cards because of this. Many credit union cards only charge 1-2% and give you an even/honest exchange rate. And that is better than a "0% fee" card that gives you a poor conversion rate.
This had me laughing the whole time. Such a cute video!
great video and very helpful thanku
thanks for the video. there is something I need to know which is tips. how much tips should I pay foe example to the bell man in the hotel or in a restaurant or to the hoouse keepinf. also when and when not to pay. thanks dear 😊
Hi George! Thank you for watching! I've found that in Paris tipping is to up to your discretion. We tipped everyone when we were there and we never received any backlash because of it.
Hi Alex. Just returned from Paris. You were right regarding tipping, but Paris is beautiful 😊 thanks dear 😊😊
George Marcos actually you don't have to tip in France or in Europe in restaurant or bar.
In France service is included, so no tipping would be ok, people still get paid normally. But of course if you feel super generous, go ahead :) I'd say at a restaurant you can tip a few euros if everything was really great, but it's not mandatory. At bars I have never seen it done. Usually for taxi you pay up to the superior digit (meaning if your ride was 14.20, you'll pay 15). As for bell boys and so on, I have no idea since I live here and haven't been to a hotel.
Love it, so helpful thank you!
great tips! Well done.
Thank for sharing
We’re thinking about spending 2 nights in Paris once we fly into AMS. It scares me about the pick pocket scams. Can you even get into the Eiffel Tower without the long waits? I like the idea of buying your tickets early and going to the top. I’m going to think my husband just wants to skip Paris altogether. What’s so amazing about it that I can persuade him to go? Would you suggest renting a car from AMS to Paris? I heard the parking is crazy!! Anything you have to say would be awesome. Thank you so much!
Great vid! Going in May 😄
This was very helpful. Thanks!
thanks for the info!
very helpful thank you
Thank you so much for making this video. I'll be going to Paris, France for the first time this Summer so this video was very helpful :)
Hope you enjoyed your stay ?